Renew Your Commission With Confidence
Montana requires renewing notaries to complete approved education and pass the state exam. Our state-approved online course covers what you need to renew and keep notarizing.
Your Montana Renewal Path
Steps to Renew Your Notary Commission in Montana
- Step 1
Watch Your 30-Day Renewal Window
Montana accepts renewals within 30 days of your commission expiration date, so plan ahead.
- Step 2
Complete Approved Notary Education
Complete at least 4 hours of Secretary of State-approved notary education within the past 12 months (or 2 hours in each of the past 3 years). Save your certificate.
- Step 3
Pass the Montana Notary Exam
Pass the Montana Notary Public Exam, which is required for every renewal.
- Step 4
Submit Your Renewal With Your Bond
Apply through the Secretary of State's online notary portal with your $25,000 bond on the current bond and oath form, plus the filing fee.
- Step 5
Get Your New Stamp
Once your renewal is approved, order a new stamp with your new commission expiration date before notarizing.
Fully Online & State Approved
Our Montana Notary Renewal Course is 100% online, so you can complete it at your own pace, on your own schedule.
This state-approved course reviews the laws, duties, and procedures you need to renew your commission and continue performing notarial acts in Montana with confidence.
Montana Certificate of Completion
The Montana Notary Public Certificate of Completion confirms you've completed state-approved notary education, meeting Montana's requirement for renewing notaries.
Submit this certificate with your renewal through the Montana Secretary of State's online notary portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Montana course questions and answers
Yes. Montana requires at least 4 hours of approved notary education within the 12 months before renewal, or at least 2 hours in each of the previous 3 years.
Yes. Renewing notaries must pass the Montana Notary Public Exam.
Montana accepts renewals within 30 days of your commission expiration date.
You need a $25,000 surety bond on the current form, which includes the Statement and Oath of Office. It's submitted with your renewal application.
Yes. Your stamp shows your commission expiration date, so you'll need a new stamp with your new expiration date.
Yes. Renewals are submitted through the Montana Secretary of State's online notary portal.